Loch Lomond Inchfad 9 Year Old 2016 (cask 1811) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) vs Tyrconnell 10 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Loch Lomond Inchfad 9 Year Old 2016 (cask 1811) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)Tyrconnell 10 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish
DistilleryLoch LomondTyrconnell
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandIreland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV58.4%46%
Age9 yr10 yr
Price£59.95£67.63
Rating5.00/5

Loch Lomond Inchfad 9 Year Old 2016 (cask 1811) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)

Smoke68/100
Sweetness30/100
Beginner25/100
Value0/100

Tyrconnell 10 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish

Smoke0/100
Sweetness48/100
Beginner65/100
Value74/100

Loch Lomond Inchfad 9 Year Old 2016 (cask 1811) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Tyrconnell 10 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Tyrconnell 10 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Loch Lomond Inchfad 9 Year Old 2016 (cask 1811) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) is better value at £60 vs £68.

For beginners: Tyrconnell 10 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

Loch Lomond Inchfad 9 Year Old 2016 (cask 1811) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£59.95 vs £67.63)
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • High ABV (58.4%) — may need water
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Tyrconnell 10 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +Longer maturation (10 vs 9 years)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£67.63 vs £59.95)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Loch?

Loch Lomond Inchfad 9 Year Old 2016 (cask 1811) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.

Who should buy Tyrconnell?

Tyrconnell 10 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Toasted

Only Loch Lomond Inchfad 9 Year Old 2016 (cask 1811) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)

SmokeyNew WoodMedicinalLeathery

Only Tyrconnell 10 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish

SherriedDried FruitChocolateNutty

Where to buy

Loch Lomond Inchfad 9 Year Old 2016 (cask 1811) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)

Tyrconnell 10 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish

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